GOLDEN STAR BEAUTY Self-Tanning Lotion for Natural-Looking Bronzing

DFI: does not turn orange or streak on fair skin

United States on Jun 28, 2023

Candace Cox: Okay! So I've never used a self tanner at home before (just done a few spray tans to prepare me for the spring and get me through the holidays!), but this one is seriously amazing! It doesn't have that overpowering spray tan scent (there is some if you excessively sweat though!) you get from a spray tan. It's actually kinda sweet smelling! It's a buildable lotion, so if you want a deeper tan you have to apply more over the course of a few days, but for me (a rather pale gal) one coat is the perfect amount for a sun kissed look without it turning me orange! It will unfortunately leave an orangey tint to your sheets (as I apply the lotion at night after a shower and dry brush routine), but washes right out! That's why I self tan the night before I plan on washing my sheets, easy fix! You could also suit up in a long sleeve, leggings/sweats, socks, and then put a towel over your pillow to avoid this, but I would get way too hot! Anyways, def recommend! You'll love it!

United States on Mar 11, 2021

Amazon Customer: I thought I would try this stuff since the reviews were good. First the positives, it was very easy to apply, it dried pretty fast and it was not streaky at all. I am very white and a few freckles and I don't tan. The product does not collect in any wrinkles you might have which is a big plus. I didn't even put lotion on my knees or elbows and they came out fine. You will have to apply it several times because the color is so light the first application unless you like to just have a hint of color. The bad about this product is the smell. After I applied it I was over whelmed with the tan smell. When I went to bed I didn't want to lay to close to my husband because the smell was that strong. I will say when I got up, showered and pat dried the smell wasn't as strong but still there. I had an engagement that night so I decided I had to have some color so I put miami gorgeous tanning mousse on after my shower. Miami gorgeous really doesn't have a bad smell and you see the color. For me it is a beautiful color and smell is a big thing for me but miami gorgeous does not smell. The only thing with it is it streaked a little and I was whiter in places but I think that was because I...

United States on Sep 16, 2019

Alex Castro: This self-tanner is really great, I have tried a few different self tanners and I usually prefer a mouse type of tanner, but this one felt so moisturizing on my skin! The scent is also a BIG plus, I really don't like the smell of most self tanners, but this one has a scent that isn't too strong. Really love the organic ingredients in this, I feel like other self tanners do sometimes feel dry on your skin, or sticky after application and this one has none of those problems. It feels like your putting on lotion and just sets into your skin perfectly. I really like the fact that it's like an invisible self tanner that won't stain your clothes if you have to go out after you apply it. That's a major plus for me because I can self tan whenever I want and not worry about staining anything. That being said, it does have a downside to not being able to see if you've distributed it evenly on your body, that happened to me on my feet, but I should have really rubbed it on better! The color was really great too and you can see your tan developing as you wear it too.

United States on Aug 11, 2019

Kelsey M NordKelsey M Nord: I don't hand out 5 star ratings willy-nilly so I obviously really stand behind this product. After reading amazing things about the natural results and all organic ingredients, that was all the validation I needed.

As a runner, my favorite asset is my legs and a tan makes them look that much better. But at the same time I want it to be natural—like I was out for a couple hours natural.

Here’s what I have to say:

• Quick delivery with e-books (read them)
• Trust the mitts and gloves for the best results
• Smells great and easy to use
• Natural results
• I can build as I go

Golden Star Beauty really cares about results and our satisfaction. Do pay attention to their advice to exfoliate and shave (before not after). I applied the lotion on my leg, concentrated mostly on my thigh using a padded microfiber mitt. This also prevents color transfer but still remember to wash right after. Since I applied at night, I gave it the allotted time to dry and showered it off in the morning. I recommend more is less time when it comes to drying—so leave it on 8 hours minimum before any contact with water. Like that extra round in the nail...

United States on May 19, 2019